Answered by Dr. Arshad Hussain Shah

How to control the metastasis of Stage 2 prostate cancer?

Hello doctor,

My grandfather is 74 years old, he was found with prostate cancer. The oncologist who found the cancer said that it would metastasize and spread in the body. I want to understand something that came across while we were searching for information. What is the role of stroma in prostate cancers and how does it relate to the spread of the cancer? Are there any new advancements that can help control the metastasis and ideally remove the cancer? He is currently in stage 2. Please help.

Thank you.

29 Apr 2024 - 1 min read

What specific medications and diet can be followed for prostate cancer?

Hi doctor,

I am a 50-year-old man recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, and my daughter's wedding is just a month away. I am concerned about my health and would like to understand the role of medicines and a healthy diet in managing prostate cancer. Can you explain the medications that I might be prescribed and how they work? How important is adopting a healthy diet in supporting my overall treatment and recovery? Can you provide any specific dietary recommendations to help me overcome this challenging time? Please help.

Thank you.

25 Apr 2024 - 1 min read

What should one do about fibroadenomas in the breast?

Hi doctor,

They found two solid nodules around 0.09 cm on my left breast, one of which was suspicious finding BIRAD 4. On the ultrasonography, it looks black inside, wider than tall. Please help me out. I am terrified. The report said although it could be a fibroadenoma, it is still suspicious.

25 Apr 2024 - 1 min read

How to get rid of metastatic breast cancer?

Hello doctor,

The patient is a 36-year-old female. She is a metastatic breast cancer patient. The diagnosis was made three years ago. Metastasis found this year through FDG PET CT scan. The primary treatment was for breast lumpectomy, followed by chemotherapy (3 FEC+3 Docetaxel), and radiation therapy. For MBC at liver took Trastuzumab plus Leuprolide 3.75 ( eight cycles) and Letrozole 2.5mg. There was a progression to bilateral oophorectomy plus DJ stenting at the urethra. Also, Trastuzumab plus Letrozole. After progression on Trastuzumab and Fulvestrant. Is the present treatment plan as per guidelines as per ESMO or ASCO? If not, then what does the guideline say? The patient feels pain in the abdomen region which worsens at night. As per the urologist, there is no gynecological or urological problem as very recently the DJ stent was replaced with new one. What is the solution?

18 Apr 2024 - 1 min read

What medications can alleviate bone cancer pain?

Hello doctor,

I am deeply concerned about my mom, who is currently battling bone cancer and experiencing significant pain. I want to support her in feeling better. I want to ask the following questions:

1. Are there specific medications that can help alleviate her pain?

2. Additionally, how can we enhance her quality of life during this difficult time?

3. Are there special treatments or considerations we should be aware of due to the nature of bone cancer?

Currently, she is taking Cosmegan (Dactinomycin) and Methotrexate. Her pain is severe, impacting her ability to walk normally, and she relies on painkillers for relief. The bone cancer is at stage 2 in the tibia. Kindly help.

Thank you.